THURSDAY, OCT. 8
LIVING WELL RESOURCE FAIR
When: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Community Activity Center, 5600 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Info: A free open house featuring resources to support quality of life at all ages, stages, and abilities.
WATERSHED MEETING
When: 12:45 to 1:45 p.m.
Where: Edinburgh USA, 8700 Edinbrook Crossing, Brooklyn Park
Info: The Shingle Creek and West Mississippi watershed management commissions meet every month. Learn more at the commission’s website, shinglecreek.org/west-mississippi-commissioners
BROOKLYN CENTER FARMERS MARKET
When: 1-6 p.m.
Where: 7200 Brooklyn Blvd., Brooklyn Center
Info: Stop by the parking lot across from Brooklyn United Methodist Church to support farmers and local businesses.
TWEEN TIME
When: 5-6 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: A drop-in program with crafts and games for kids in grades 4-8, with their younger siblings also welcome.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT EDUCATION SERIES
When: 5-8 p.m.
Where: Helling Hall, North Hennepin Community College, 7411 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Info: The fourth session of the Civic Engagement Education Series: Financial Literacy & Community Empowerment. A free event open to all Brooklyn Park residents and community members.
FRIDAY, OCT. 9
MOVIES FOR GROWN-UPS
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: Movies titles are to be determined. Check with Brooklyn Park Library staff for more information
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION
When: TBD
Where: Brooklyn Center Elementary School, 1500 9th Ave. N., Brooklyn Center
Info: Details and time to be posted at bccs286.org.
HOWL-O-WEEN
When: 5-7 p.m.
Where: Mississippi Gateway Regional Dog Park, 10126 W River Road, Brooklyn Park
Info: Celebrate the season with your pup at the new Mississippi Gateway Regional Dog Park. Live music by Jake Stow during the event.
SATURDAY, OCT. 10
SPECIAL MATERIALS DROP-OFF DAY
When: 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Operations and Maintenance Building, 8300 Noble Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Info: Area residents can bring in certain recyclable items that are not accepted in recycling bins. This event is open to residents of Brooklyn Park, Brooklyn Center, Crystal and New Hope.
INTRODUCTION TO HMONG REVERSE APPLIQUE
When: 1-2:30 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: Learn about Paj Ntaub (flower cloth) and create your own with guidance from a local artist. No experience necessary. Materials provided. Drop-ins are welcome on a first-come, first-served basis
FALL ON THE FARM
When: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Historic Eidem Farm, 4345 101st Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Info: Stop by for fresh cider from the cider press, go on a hayride, enjoy caramel apple slices and more. There will be a free concert from 12-2 p.m. featuring the Double Down Daredevils.
MONDAY, OCT. 12
JOB SEARCH AND CAREER HELP
When: 1-3 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: Drop in to get help with your job search from Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota Employment Services programs. Career Navigators can help with résumé and cover letters, interviewing preparation and practice, career exploration and resource connecting.
ANOKA-HENNEPIN SCHOOL BOARD WORK SESSION
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: Sandburg Education Center, 1902 2nd Ave., Anoka
Info: Access the agenda at ahschools.us.
BROOKLYN PARK CITY COUNCIL MEETING
When: 6 p.m.
Where: City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Info: Access agenda at brooklypark.org
BROOKLYN CENTER CITY COUNCIL MEETING
When: 7 p.m., preceding study session at 6 p.m., work session following regular session
Where: City Hall Council Chambers, 6301 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: Access agenda at brooklyncentermn.gov.
TUESDAY, OCT. 13
STEAM ACTIVITY
When: 4:15-5:15 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: Drop in for science, technology, engineering, art and math projects. Materials provided.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 14
MNSURE HELP AND ENROLLMENT
When: Noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: MNsure-certified navigators will offer free help to people seeking health coverage. No appointment is necessary.
COMPUTER AND TECH HELP
When: 4-5 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: Drop by to receive one-on-one assistance with computers, printers and more. Call 612-543-5600 to verify a volunteer is available.
THURSDAY, OCT. 15
NO SCHOOL – MEA BREAK
TWEEN TIME
When: 5-6 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: A drop-in program with crafts and games for kids in grades 4-8, with their younger siblings also welcome.
FRIDAY, OCT. 16
NO SCHOOL – MEA BREAK
MOVIES FOR GROWN-UPS
When: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: Movies titles are to be determined. Check with Brooklyn Park Library staff for more information
BROOKLYN CENTER HALLOWEEN PARTY
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Where: Centennial Park, 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy., Brooklyn Center
Info: Tickets are required for those participating in trick-or-treat activities. $5 for residents. $7 for non-residents. To learn more or purchase tickets, visit facebook.com/events/1742000570442146.
MONDAY, OCT. 19
JOB SEARCH AND CAREER HELP
When: 1-3 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: Drop in to get help with your job search from Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota Employment Services programs. Career Navigators can help with résumé and cover letters, interviewing preparation and practice, career exploration and resource connecting.
BROOKLYN PARK ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING
When: 6 p.m.
Where: City Hall Council Chambers, 5200 85th Ave. N., Brooklyn Park
Info: Access agenda at brooklypark.org
TUESDAY, OCT. 20
OSSEO AREA SCHOOLS SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
When: 6-7 p.m.
Where: Education Service Center, Board Room, 11200 93rd Ave. N., Maple Grove
Info: Access the agenda at osseoschools.org.
WEDNESDAY, OCT. 21
MNSURE HELP AND ENROLLMENT
When: Noon to 4 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: MNsure-certified navigators will offer free help to people seeking health coverage. No appointment is necessary.
COMPUTER AND TECH HELP
When: 4-5 p.m.
Where: Brookdale Library, 6125 Shingle Creek Parkway, Brooklyn Center
Info: Drop by to receive one-on-one assistance with computers, printers and more. Call 612-543-5600 to verify a volunteer is available.
THURSDAY, OCT. 22
TWEEN TIME
When: 5-6 p.m.
Where: Brooklyn Park Library, 8500 W. Broadway Ave., Brooklyn Park
Info: A drop-in program with crafts and games for kids in grades 4-8, with their younger siblings also welcome.